The Thickety: A Path Begins / J.A. White

In the community of De’Noran, performing magic is a crime punishable by death. Having witnessed her own mother’s execution for using magic, Kara Westfall has always grown up with a fear of the dark power of magic. When twelve-year-old Kara discovers her mother’s grimorie, or spellbook, in the evil forest known as the Thickety one day, Kara must decide for herself whether or not to use her own magical powers. This riveting first installment in a new fantasy series is recommended for readers ages 10 and up.